Major bargain retailer launches 50% off Christmas sale in July after shutting nine UK stores in just a week
SACK FULL OF SAVINGS Major bargain retailer launches 50% off Christmas sale in July after shutting nine UK stores in just a week
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A MAJOR bargain retailer has launched a rather early Christmas decoration sale after closing nine UK stores in just a week.
A branch of the discount store, is offering a 50 per cent off sale - including festive items - as it prepares to shut its doors for good.
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The Original Factory Shop in Caldicot, Wales, is set to close
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The Original Factory Shop, which has 178 shops, has announced the upcoming closure its branch in Caldicot.
It is the latest in a string of closures, with a further eight stores having shuttered down on June 28.
But while Caldicot residents have been left bitterly disappointed by the news, the store is going out with a major sale.
Any shoppers looking to stock up on Christmas gifts and decorations early are in luck, as the closing down sale includes the shop's festive stock.
A spokesperson for the chain said on Facebook: "Caldicot Store Closing Down Sale.
"We have UP TO 50% off items including Christmas stock!
"Pop in and grab yourself a bargain!
"Open 9am until 5.30pm Monday to Saturday and 10am until 4pm Sundays."
But commenters on Facebook were distraught that the branch would closing.
One user said: "Oh no, I'm gutted, I come over from Weston-Super-Mare to house sit and I absolutely love this shop so many bargains. Very sad!"
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"A loss for Caldicot with another shop closing down," another commented.
A third said: "Village of my birth so sad to witness such change."
It comes after TOFS was bought by Modella Capital back in February.
It has since launched a restructuring effort to renegotiate rents at 88 of the retail chain's stores.
Last month, a spokesperson for The Original Factory Shop said: "Closing stores is always a tough decision and we are committed to keeping as many stores open as possible.
"This is, however, dependent on successful negotiations with landlords as we strive to build a sustainable and successful business for the future."
The Original Factory Shop was contacted for further comment.
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